| A | B |
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| Job | Work that you do primarily to earn money. |
| Career | A commitment to work in a field that you find interesting & fulfilling. |
| Standard of Living | A measure of the quality of life based on the amounts and kinds of goods & services a person can buy. |
| Trends | Developments that mark changes in a particular area. |
| Potential Earning Power | The amount of money you may earn over time. |
| Aptitudes | The natural abilities that people possess. |
| Interest Inventories | Tests that help you identify the activities you enjoy the most. |
| Demographic Trends | Ways in which groups of people change over time. |
| Service Industries | Those that provide services for a fee. |
| Cooperative Education | Allows students to enhance classroom learning with part-time work related to their majors and interests. |
| Internship | A position in which a person receives training by working with people who are experienced in a particular field. |
| Networking | A way of making & using contacts to get job information & advice. |
| Informational Interview | A meeting with someone who works in your area of interest who can provide you with practical information about the career or company you are considering. |
| Resume | A 1-2 page summary of your education, training, experience, & qualifications. |
| Cover Letter | The personal letter that accompanies your resume. Tells potential employer about why you are interested in the job. |
| Cafeteria-Style Employee Benefits | Programs that allow workers to choose the benefits that best meet their personal needs. |
| Pension Plan | A retirement plan that is funded at least in part by an employer. |
| Mentor | An experienced employee who serves as a teacher or counselor for a less-experienced person. |
| Geographic Trends | Tendencies of people moving from one area of the country to another as financial centers shift location. |
